One of the hardest things to do is having to put a dog down and staying with it after the shot is given. Their life fading away in your arms. Knowing it is the best thing to do does not make it hurt less. You know how much you will miss having them around, just laying there-being there in the room or out in the yard. The long walks since faded in old age but the memories and loving looks still there, the companionship paramount.
After Maddie had passed, I laid her down on the table and sobbed into her always velvety ears. Telling her how much I will miss her and farewell. I had already given the vet assistant the check to fill in as I did not want to deal with that after I left the room. Our vet was very compassionate and gave me my time alone, as much as I want he said. I could only take a few more moments with her, gathered myself somewhat, removed her collar and walked out. Getting in the car I had a new mission, heading to Detroit for a few days to bring my mother home from the hospital after open heart surgery and assist her in her recovery. The solo drive was good, giving me more time to grieve and shift gears listening to music of my choice on the way. Nothing like a little Warren Zevon for the proper perspective.
A sunny day was Madelyn Rose's last, a good final walk around her snowy domain, the backyard and a final ride that she was so willing to take. Proud and loyal as they come. She was true to her parent's champion status. It's unfortunate that her body would not support her desires any longer. Such is this life and death drama we lead and so tough to put it into words that are able to express it all.
3 comments:
thanks for sharing maddie's final moments with us.
The love you have for Maddie will last forever in your heart and in your memories. I know the decision to say goodbye was hard it was done with love in your heart.
and thank you for taking the time to read and comment
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